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Istanbul (IST) to Medicine Hat (YXH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Medicine Hat Airport (YXH) in Medicine Hat, Canada is 9,122 kilometers (5,668 miles / 4,926 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Turkey with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:37 in Istanbul, it's 03:37 in Medicine Hat. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,027 feet between the two airports. Medicine Hat Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.
The return flight from Medicine Hat (YXH) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 30° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Istanbul Airport (IST) and Medicine Hat Airport (YXH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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